Christian McCaffrey Articles - Page 9

The San Francisco 49ers didn’t just leave Cleveland with a loss, but a wad of injuries as well. Both wide receiver Deebo Samuel and running back Christian McCaffrey went down with injuries during the Browns game. McCaffrey left the game with an oblique injury that has him questionable for Monday night’s matchup versus the Minnesota […]

San Fransisco 49ers fans are expected to be relieved if they were worried about the fates of running back Christian McCaffrey, wide receiver Deebo Samuel, and offensive lineman Trent Williams. When it comes to their statuses, none of them are considered long-term injuries and each have a chance to play their next game which is […]

Fantasy football season is flying by, and in some cases, we are right around the midway point of the regular season as we approach Week 7. A quick look at your team, and the teams of everyone else in your league, will likely show you that everyone’s squad is pretty beat up heading into this […]

Week 6 in the NFL saw a couple of big-name stars go down with injuries. The San Francisco 49ers lost Christian McCaffrey and Deebo Samuel to an oblique injury and a shoulder injury, the Chicago Bears lost Justin Fields for an uncertain timeline, and the Los Angeles Rams lost Kyren Williams. With another drove of […]

Although fans might still be processing the San Francisco 49ers’ bitter defeat versus the Cleveland Browns this past Sunday, the immediate focus is on the health of some of the team’s most valuable offensive players. Head coach Kyle Shanahan obliged their curiosity a bit on Monday afternoon. Running back Christian McCaffrey is currently having an […]

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey left today’s game against the Cleveland Browns with an oblique injury, according to Judy Battista of NFL.com. Initially, the 49ers listed Christian McCaffrey as questionable to return with the oblique injury. He returned to the game briefly, but then left again and went to the locker room. It […]

While playing the Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey tied Cowboys Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith for the fourth most consecutive games with a touchdown (including postseason) in NFL history with 14. The move to fourth place happened one week after McCaffrey broke Jerry Rice’s 49ers franchise record when CMC […]

Fantasy football is well underway now, and as we enter Week 6 of the season, owners should have a good idea of what their team looks like. The running back position is always filled with turnover, and that has been the case once again this season, as the rankings from Week 1 and the rankings […]

The San Francisco 49ers stayed undefeated in Week 5, whooping the Dallas Cowboys 42-10. After the game, where quarterback Brock Purdy and running back Christian McCaffrey dismantled the vaunted Cowboys defense, 49ers defender Tashaun Gipson says both should be legit NFL MVP candidates. “Brock Purdy is playing at an MVP level,” ESPN’s Nick Wagoner quoted […]

When healthy, Christian McCaffrey has long been considered one of the most versatile and punishing offensive weapons in the NFL. His impact and tantalizing skill set was diminished during the early part of his career with the Carolina Panthers, but he has unlocked his full powers on the San Francisco 49ers. Schematic guru and head […]

At the rate Christian McCaffrey is going, he could find himself earning a gold jacket and bust in Canton, OH someday. McCaffrey entered Emmitt Smith territory by scoring a touchdown in 14 straight games, per ESPN Stats & Info. Christian McCaffrey's 14th straight game with a TD (including playoffs) ties Emmitt Smith for the 4th-longest […]

The best game of Week 5 of the NFL season will be under the lights on Sunday Night Football as the San Francisco 49ers take on the Dallas Cowboys. The two teams combined for a 7-1 record through Week 4 and will give us all an insight into how the top of the NFC will […]

It’s been almost 20 years since San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice retired from the NFL, but he’s just as competitive as ever. On Sunday, 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey broke Rice’s franchise record when he recorded a touchdown in his 13th consecutive game. This touchdown was just one of four […]

The San Francisco 49ers are off to a perfect 4-0 start to their 2023 season. Their impressive start is in large part due to the incredible four-game performance of running back Christian McCaffrey through the first quarter of the season. McCaffrey leads the NFL in rushing yards with 459 yards while averaging an astounding 5.7 […]

Christian McCaffrey is one of the best running backs in the NFL, and as long as he stays healthy, he’s going to be a major challenge for opposing defenses all season long. So far on the season, McCaffrey has ran the ball 80 times for the San Francisco 49ers, and he has 459 yards and […]

The San Francisco 49ers trade for Christian McCaffrey during the middle of the 2022 season is easily looking like one of the NFL’s best mid-season trades of all time. Since the Carolina Panthers traded McCaffrey to the Niners, the running back has played a large part in the 49ers 14-game regular season win streak, which […]

Week 4 of the 2023 NFL season has been full of surprises, with some of the league’s top teams struggling to find their footing. The running back position has been particularly interesting to watch, with several players stepping up to the plate and delivering impressive performances. As we head into Week 5, it’s time to […]

The MVP hype for San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is gaining some major steam after a dominant four-touchdown performance in Week 4 against Arizona. Quarterbacks have won the award for the last ten consecutive seasons, but star left tackle Trent Williams thinks it might be time for a change when it comes to […]

Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers expanded upon their perfect start to the 2023 season on Sunday with a 35-16 home win over the Arizona Cardinals. McCaffrey was excellent on the afternoon, taking 20 carries for 106 yards and three touchdowns, all of which occurred in the first half for the 49ers. In fact, […]

The undefeated San Francisco 49ers finished their 35-16 win over the Arizona Cardinals in Week 4 with just one injury. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan revealed the lone casualty was offensive lineman Jon Feliciano. The latter “will enter concussion protocol this week,” per ESPN’s Nick Wagoner. 49ers C Jon Feliciano (concussion) ruled out vs. Cardinalshttps://t.co/vmYc3aEsrS […]

Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers improved their 2023 record to a perfect 4-0 with a 35-16 home victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. McCaffrey was once again excellent, taking 20 carries for 106 yards and a whopping three touchdowns in the 49ers victory. However, the game carried a special significance against the […]

Game recognize game. Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James reacted to San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey’s third touchdown in the first half against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 4 with all the exclamations. CMC you’re ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS!!!! My GOODNESS — LeBron James (@KingJames) October 1, 2023 McCaffrey has been absolutely unstoppable in the first […]

The San Francisco 49ers are scheduled in Week 4 against the visiting Arizona Cardinals, and the 49ers will look to remain undefeated and win in convincing fashion in one of the biggest mismatches of the season. Ahead of the 49ers-Cardinals game, we’ll be making our 49ers Week 4 predictions. The 49ers head into the Week […]

Christian McCaffrey was an outstanding running back for the Carolina Panthers long before the San Francisco 49ers acquired him in a trade last year. Since coming to the 49ers, he has become a game breaking superstar who is on the verge of reaching a level that was scaled by a pair of NFL Hall of […]

After the NFL’s third week finished, it’s time to delve into the world of fantasy football running backs. In today’s football landscape, the role of running backs has been relatively diminished, with teams emphasizing big plays and hefty gains. Our Week 4 rankings for PPR leagues will unveil the cream of the crop among running […]

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is already making waves with the franchise despite his relatively short time there. McCaffrey was traded from the Carolina Panthers to the 49ers last season in an effort to diversify San Francisco’s offense, and it’s safe to say that the gamble has paid off in spades thus far. […]

Everyone knew Christian McCaffrey would take a huge role with the San Francisco 49ers when he arrived. But the extent to which he has been used so far this season has been higher than expected, leaving Elijah Mitchell out to dry. Kyle Shanahan takes the blame for the issue, saying he should have gotten Mitchell […]

The running backs position has gotten much press in recent months due to issues with salaries and injuries. In Week 2, the NFL lost star running back Nick Chubb, as fantasy football players breathed a sigh of anguish. Chubb’s unfortunate, gruesome injury highlighted the importance of depth at his position in fantasy football. Production is […]

The San Francisco 49ers took care of business against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2, winning by a final score of 30-23. Christian McCaffrey had a big game out of the 49ers backfield, rushing for 116 yards and a touchdown. Although head coach Kyle Shanahan was surely content with McCaffrey’s success, he wasn’t thrilled […]

After a dominant Week 1 in Pittsburgh, the San Francisco 49ers will travel to Los Angeles to take on the Rams in a Week 2 battle between familiar foes. While there are plenty of stars to watch in this one, all eyes will be on 49ers QB Brock Purdy once again as he continues to […]

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey has antagonized his fair share of defensive coordinators during his time in the NFL. After McCaffrey helped his team to a big road win in Week One, the 49ers will next take the field for Week Two in Los Angeles against the Rams, whose defensive coordinator is Raheem […]

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey had an incredible week 1 when he put up 152 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries. The highlight of his day came on a 65-yard touchdown run which featured blocking help from receivers Brandon Aiyuk and Ray-Ray McCloud III. Following the 30-7 win in Pittsburgh, McCaffrey sat […]

The San Francisco 49ers are one of, if not the top team in the NFC this season, and running back Christian McCaffrey is in his first full season with the team. Christian McCaffrey raved about the weapons the 49ers have on offense like Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk and George Kittle, among others. “George [Kittle] can […]

Now that the first week of the NFL season is over, let’s talk about the running backs in fantasy football. Don’t worry, the running back position is still important and valuable, despite what some people may say. Many running backs have also become good at catching passes. This makes them even more useful in today’s […]

The NFL season begins on Thursday, which means fantasy football is also starting. Figuring out who to start is essential for fantasy managers as it can determine whether you win or lose. The running back position is very important in fantasy. Week 1 is a chance for fantasy managers to get off to a good […]

A lot of eyes are on the San Francisco 49ers as one of the top options in the NFC. As Brock Purdy looks to become the full-time starter this year, head coach Kyle Shanahan and his roster will have to set quite a few bold predictions to achieve this season. In the offseason, the Niners […]

The running back position in the NFL has been completely devalued, forcing some of the best players in the league who play the position to struggle to even sign short-term contracts, let alone high-paying contracts on par with some of the NFL’s other premier positions. Many NFL front offices have taken the approach that running […]

It would’ve been natural for Elijah Mitchell to be upset when the San Francisco 49ers traded for Christian McCaffrey. They acquired a player in his same position and clearly value what he brings to the gridiron. But on the contrary, Mitchell is elated to be sharing a backfield with McCaffrey and thinks it only makes […]

The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly going to take running back Christian McCaffrey off the field more than the Carolina Panthers did to keep him healthy throughout the season, according to Dan Graziano of ESPN. The 49ers and head coach Kyle Shanahan are conscious of Christian McCaffrey’s injury history, and they want to keep him […]